Hey Inspiration Co. family,We continue sharing the honest, heartfelt stories that poured in from our Inspiration Nation during the Beauty After the Storm series. Each one reveals how God meets us in our hardest moments with tenderness, comfort, and quiet strength.
Today’s special engraving (available only today, April 8, 2026):
GOD IS NEAR THE BROKENHEARTED
Thira’s Story: Finding Comfort in the Deepest Loss
On April 2, 2022, Thira Simon’s only daughter went home to heaven at just 30 years old. She went to sleep and simply didn’t wake up. In one moment, Thira’s world shattered. She was suddenly left to raise her four-year-old granddaughter while grieving the sudden loss of her child.
Only six months earlier, she had also lost her pastor unexpectedly. The weight felt crushing — two sudden deaths, single parenting at 53, and a little girl who no longer had her mom. The sadness was overwhelming, not only for herself but especially for her granddaughter.
In that dark valley, God drew especially near.
He reminded Thira of His promise: “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit” (Psalm 34:18). Those words became a lifeline of comfort. Then, through a simple story she heard, a fresh vision took root: to “make life an adventure” for her granddaughter. Instead of staying stuck in sorrow about what had been lost, Thira chose to teach her how to truly live and experience joy again.
God also whispered another promise to her heart: “The Lord takes me up.” She knew He was saying He would carry both her and her granddaughter — and He has, in countless ways.One phrase that brought special peace felt like a gentle message from her daughter: “Mom, I’ve just gone ahead of you.” That truth gave Thira hope of one day being reunited. She also found deep comfort in remembering that God is “the God of all comfort.”
Thira now carries a quiet strength and a desire to encourage others who are grieving. She knows there are many walking through similar pain who desperately need hope.
Reflection: God Is Near the Brokenhearted
Thira’s story is a tender reminder that even in our most devastating losses, God does not stay distant. He draws near.Losing a child is one of the deepest pains a parent can experience. The grief is layered — sorrow for the child who is gone, sorrow for the grandchildren left behind, and the heavy responsibility of continuing forward when everything in you wants to stop. Thira was carrying multiple losses at once, and she felt overwhelmed and stuck.Yet in the middle of that darkness, God met her with gentle, personal comfort.He spoke directly to her broken heart through Scripture.
He gave her a fresh vision to create adventure and joy for her granddaughter.
He assured her that He would take them both up and carry what felt too heavy.
He reminded her that her daughter had simply “gone ahead,” offering the beautiful hope of eternal reunion.This is the heart of Wellness Wednesday: true wellness in seasons of grief is not about pretending the pain isn’t there. It’s about discovering that God is close to the brokenhearted. He doesn’t rush us through our sorrow — He sits with us in it. He saves those who feel crushed in spirit. He gives strength for each new day and courage to keep loving and living.The engraving “GOD IS NEAR THE BROKENHEARTED” is a soft but powerful declaration for anyone walking through loss, disappointment, or any season where the heart feels shattered. It doesn’t minimize the pain. It simply reminds us we are not alone in it.Whether your broken heart comes from losing a loved one, the end of a dream, a health battle, a fractured relationship, or any other deep sorrow — this truth is for you today: God is near. He sees every tear. He feels the weight you’re carrying. And He is close enough to comfort, strengthen, and carry you.Thira’s journey shows us that even in the darkest night, God can bring comfort, direction, courage, and hope. He can help us move from feeling stuck in grief to finding new ways to live, love, and create beauty for the next generation.On this Wellness Wednesday, if your heart feels heavy or broken, let today’s engraving be your gentle reminder: God is near the brokenhearted. You are not alone. He is with you, and He will take you up.Christian Faith Points
Available only today, April 8, 2026. Order yours before midnight as we continue sharing real stories of comfort and hope from our Inspiration Nation.
He gave her a fresh vision to create adventure and joy for her granddaughter.
He assured her that He would take them both up and carry what felt too heavy.
He reminded her that her daughter had simply “gone ahead,” offering the beautiful hope of eternal reunion.This is the heart of Wellness Wednesday: true wellness in seasons of grief is not about pretending the pain isn’t there. It’s about discovering that God is close to the brokenhearted. He doesn’t rush us through our sorrow — He sits with us in it. He saves those who feel crushed in spirit. He gives strength for each new day and courage to keep loving and living.The engraving “GOD IS NEAR THE BROKENHEARTED” is a soft but powerful declaration for anyone walking through loss, disappointment, or any season where the heart feels shattered. It doesn’t minimize the pain. It simply reminds us we are not alone in it.Whether your broken heart comes from losing a loved one, the end of a dream, a health battle, a fractured relationship, or any other deep sorrow — this truth is for you today: God is near. He sees every tear. He feels the weight you’re carrying. And He is close enough to comfort, strengthen, and carry you.Thira’s journey shows us that even in the darkest night, God can bring comfort, direction, courage, and hope. He can help us move from feeling stuck in grief to finding new ways to live, love, and create beauty for the next generation.On this Wellness Wednesday, if your heart feels heavy or broken, let today’s engraving be your gentle reminder: God is near the brokenhearted. You are not alone. He is with you, and He will take you up.Christian Faith Points
- God is especially close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18).
- The Lord is the God of all comfort, and He comforts us so we can comfort others (2 Corinthians 1:3-4).
- Even in profound loss, God can give fresh vision, courage, and purpose for the days ahead.
- Grief does not have the final word — God’s nearness and the hope of eternity do.
- When we feel we cannot carry the weight, God promises to take us up and sustain us.
- Nearness reminder. Write Psalm 34:18 where you’ll see it daily and speak it aloud when grief or heaviness rises.
- Gentle breath prayer. Inhale: “God is near…” Exhale: “…the brokenhearted.”
- Small adventure step. Choose one simple, life-giving thing you can do this week to bring light into your day or someone else’s.
- Legacy focus. If you’re raising or influencing children or others, ask God how He wants to use your story to bless them.
- Engraving anchor. Wear or carry today’s engraving as a tangible reminder that God is close to you in your pain.
- Option 1: Speak “God is near the brokenhearted” over one heavy area of your life today.
- Option 2: Do one small “adventure” step this week that brings light or joy into your day.
- Option 3: Reach out to someone you know who is grieving or struggling and offer a word of comfort or prayer.
- Psalm 34:18 (Close to the Brokenhearted)
- 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 (God of All Comfort)
- Psalm 3:3-5 (The Lord Lifts My Head)
- Isaiah 41:10 (Do Not Fear, I Am With You)
- Romans 8:28 (All Things Work Together for Good)
- Lamentations 3:22-23 (New Mercies Every Morning)
Available only today, April 8, 2026. Order yours before midnight as we continue sharing real stories of comfort and hope from our Inspiration Nation.
